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Interview with Probate & Guardianship Client

By |2024-02-23T12:38:10-05:00February 23rd, 2024|Categories: Legal|

Our firm interviewed client Robin G. who was kind enough to offer her thoughts on navigating the guardianship experience in Florida. Read on to hear her advice to those with loved ones in need of a guardianship, what she learned from the firm, and her experience working with us in this educational and heartfelt interview. How did you discover and ultimately choose the Monique M. Sadarangani, PLLC law firm?  When my father was still alive

Five Considerations When Visiting Your Elderly Loved Ones Over the Holidays

By |2023-11-09T10:34:05-05:00November 1st, 2023|Categories: Legal|

Most people value their independence and are apprehensive about losing their autonomy – we like to believe we can do it all on our own. And as we age we may not want to admit to new vulnerabilities that arise from old age. During the holiday season elders often feel compelled to summon their strength and present their best selves to visiting family members. This transformation can last beyond the first few days and as

12 Estate Planning Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

By |2023-10-19T15:58:09-04:00October 19th, 2023|Categories: Legal|

Estate planning can be a complex process, but a well-crafted plan provided by our experienced law firm, brings peace of mind to your loved ones and ensures their financial security long after you're no longer with them. When navigating through this confusing process there are numerous mistakes families commonly make when preparing for their futures. Here are the 12 most common estate planning mistakes people make and how you can avoid them: Mistake #1: Neglecting

A Path To Healing…

By |2023-04-20T09:18:20-04:00April 20th, 2023|Categories: Legal|

On this episode meet guest Monique Sadarangani, a Trusts and Estates Attorney, yogi, and mother. When Monique was 5 years old her mother passed away and she experienced firsthand the difficulty of the probate process when someone passes and the need for having a solid estate plan in place. She understood grief and was looking for a way to help others navigate the process when a loved one dies. Because of her mother's passing and

A Holistic Approach to Estate Planning and Probate

By |2023-03-19T12:05:15-04:00February 5th, 2023|Categories: Legal|

Why should you get your estate plan in place now? The answer is simple: to ensure a seamless transition for your family when you pass. In an ever changing and conflict ridden world, reducing stress is key. One of the proven ways to reduce stress is to have a thorough and effective plan in place. But no matter how much we plan, there can often be a certain level of stress and anxiety that comes

A New? Type of Fiduciary Role – A look at the new Florida Uniform Directed Trust Act

By |2022-12-13T09:12:51-05:00December 13th, 2022|Categories: Legal|

In July of 2021, Florida adopted the new Florida Uniform Directed Trust Act (FUDTA).  Essentially, the FUDTA gives authority to someone, other than a trustee, to make certain decisions for the trust and give direction. What is a directed trust and how can it benefit you? In a world of constant evolution for estate planning, wealth preservation, and asset protection, a new concept adopted by the Florida legislature has provided a new way for administering

Asset Planning to Protect Assets

By |2021-09-13T12:27:41-04:00September 13th, 2021|Categories: Legal|Tags: , |

Monique M. Sadarangani, J.D., LL.M. was recently featured in an article published by LAWQ ( https://thelawq.com ). The article addresses the question of asset protection through asset planning. You can read the full article here: https://thelawq.com/asset-planning-to-protect-assets/

How Biden’s New Tax Proposal Can Impact Your Estate Plans

By |2021-03-25T15:08:57-04:00March 25th, 2021|Categories: Legal|Tags: , |

As the new year brought in a new executive regime, there are many tax and financial implications that follow. With Biden’s tax plan, one of the key areas that Biden has addressed is eliminating the “step up in basis” for transfers of assets at death. The step up in basis allows for the transfer of one’s assets upon death to intended beneficiaries or heirs without the beneficiaries/heirs having to pay a capital gains tax upon

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